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3 John 1:2–4

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Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers. For I rejoiced greatly when brothers came and testified about your truth, even as you walk in truth. I have no greater joy than this: to hear about my children walking in truth.

3 John 1:2–4 · World English Bible

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3 John 1:1–4

The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth. Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers. For I rejoiced greatly when brothers came and testified about your truth, even as you walk in truth. I have no greater joy than this: to hear about my children walking in truth.

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The elder greets Gaius with a wish for well-being and joy at reports of his faithful life. This personal greeting expresses affection; it is not a general promise of health or wealth.

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3 John 1:2–4 is quoted from the World English Bible (WEB). Edition identifier: engwebp-source-2026-08-26. The surrounding passage is 3 John 1:1–4.

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